Guest Speakers and Events

### **PARIS - AI TECH PITCH & INVESTOR NIGHT** Join us for an exciting evening where founders, investors, and innovators in **AI, SaaS, Tech and Tech fields** come together to connect, collaborate, and create opportunities. 🚀 **What to expect:** * **Startup Pitches** – Founders present their projects to investors & peers. * **Networking Sessions** – Meet like-minded entrepreneurs, potential partners, and investors. * **Keynote Insights** – Hear from speakers on the future of AI, Web3, and venture opportunities. * **Open Discussions** – Exchange ideas, challenges, and solutions in an informal setting. 🎯 **Who should attend:** * Startup founders looking for funding & exposure * Investors exploring high-potential opportunities * Tech enthusiasts & builders in Tech industry * Professionals curious about the startup ecosystem or expanding networking 📍 **Details:** * **Time:** 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM * **Dress Code:** Smart casual * **Bring:** Business cards / LinkedIn ready to connect ✨ Whether you’re raising capital, looking for a co-founder, or simply want to expand your network, this is the room you need to be in. 🎟 Tickets & Registration: If PayPal is not convenient for you, you can also register or purchase tickets via our official platforms: • Luma:[https://luma.com/5icpvyo9](https://luma.com/5icpvyo9) • Eventbrite:[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980601402110?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980601402110?aff=oddtdtcreator) Choose the option that works best for you. See you there!

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The MeltingSpot Team**

*Hello everyone! 😊* Join us to meet people from all over the world in a friendly atmosphere. Participants are Russian, Spanish, Greek, Italian, French, Ukrainian, Indian… They come from everywhere – it’s the international afterwork! We’re here for a friendly meetup!!! 💬 **Concept** Internationals and Parisians gather to talk with everyone, in all languages! On arrival, ask the organizer for a numbered sticker. It’s also an icebreaker game: find the person with the same number as you and both of you win a free shot or a small cocktail tasting to break the ice! 🥂 You can arrive whenever it suits you, but the earlier you come, the better to enjoy the vibe. 📌 **Practical info:** 🕖 Time: 7pm – 10:30pm 💸 Free with the pass to collect on the free Socializus app 📲 WhatsApp for quick info: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye) **How to join:** * Check the exact address with the free app and free pass: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) * Support the association to cover meetup costs with an annual membership card here: [https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html](https://www.placeminute.com/event/afterwork/apero-linguistique-dans-un-bar-secret,36046.html) **Stay connected everywhere:** 🔹 Meetup – [https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/](https://www.meetup.com/internationals-events-paris/) 🔹 WhatsApp (info & reminders): [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BLqzcnC8SmbDBfYouCiOye) (Activate “Receive all” to not miss anything!) 🔹 Facebook Group – [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Facebook Page – Photos & updates: [https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/](https://www.facebook.com/socializing.with.internationals.in.Paris/) 🔹 Socializus: [www.socializus.org](http://www.socializus.org) 🔹 Become an Organizer: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KtR79S8Obfs3WTPTIBsoCm) and get a free drink 🍴 It’s 100% free because we’re a non-profit association with the goal of creating friendly encounters. ✦✦ Last-minute changes may happen, but everything is updated via the app with the free pass. To better manage the number of participants, we rely on registrations with the free pass. Sign up only if you’re sure to come – we’re counting on you! 😊 📸 / 🎥 By joining, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed. Photos and videos may be shared on our social networks or used commercially. You may also share your own photos with #socializus

Vous êtes créateur·rice, artiste, distributeur·rice, ou tout simplement vous vous intéresser de près ou de loins à l’arts et le business ? Et Vous recherchez de nouveaux clients, partenaires, fournisseurs, conseils ? Venez boire un verre et faire rimer apéro avec réseau ! Au programme : Détente, rencontres et business !🥂😃 **Quel est le but de l’Afterwork Art & Business ?** Pendant des années, nous avons vu se répéter le même scénario : des artistes, designers, créateurs de mode, parfumeurs, céramistes, accumulent des pièces sublimes, mais trébuchent sur la partie business. Sans réseau, sans distributeurs ni stratégie de marque, la passion s’étiole dans l’isolement. L’Afterwork Art & Business est né pour casser ce mur. Chaque session rassemble, dans les plus beau bar de Paris, deux univers complémentaires : la sphère créative (peintres, stylistes, makers…) et l’écosystème business (marketeurs, e-commerçants, investisseurs, fabricants, logisticiens). L’objectif est triple : briser la solitude, créer des synergies et transformer la créativité en revenus durables. C’est l’occasion parfaite pour développer votre réseau, provoquer des opportunités business et confronter vos idées avec d’autres professionnels et passionnées d’art. **Comment va se dérouler le networking Business ?** 🕢 19:30 à 19h45 : Présentation du but du groupe & networking informel 🕗 19h45 à 20:30 : **5 artistes sont sélectionnés pour pitcher ou se produire.** 🕣 20:30 à 21h30 : Networking libre, échangez avec les autres participants qui ont des intérêts similaires (et ensuite avec tous les autres) **Pourquoi participer à l’Afterwork Art & Business ?** Plongez au cœur du networking créatif où se croisent artistes, designers, marques de mode, laboratoires cosmétiques, distributeurs, e-commerçants et professionnels du marketing. Cet événement à Paris est pensé pour démultiplier vos opportunités business sur les marchés de l’art, de la mode, de la beauté, du design produit et de l’artisanat tout en nourrissant votre créativité. **Développez votre réseau professionnel** **Générez des collaborations stratégiques** **Boostez votre visibilité** **Captez les tendances marché** Que vous soyez peintre émergent, styliste confirmé·e, start-up beautytech, consultant en branding ou investisseur passionné par l’économie créative, cet afterwork networking Paris est votre passerelle vers des partenariats durables, une croissance commerciale rapide et une exposition médiatique accrue. Réservez votre place dès maintenant et transformez votre talent artistique en succès business ! **À qui s’adresse cet Afterwork ?** Ce rendez-vous accueille tous les professionnels et passionnés qui gravitent autour de la création : **Artistes visuels** : peintres, illustrateur·rices, photographes, street-artistes **Artisans & makers** : céramistes, potier·ères, verriers, créateurs d’objets déco **Mode & accessoires** : stylistes, modélistes, créateurs de bijoux, maroquiniers **Cosmétique & parfum** : formulateurs, laboratoires, marques indie, nez, pack designers **Designers** : graphique, produit, textile, UX/UI Curateurs, galeristes, agents artistiques **Distributeurs & importateurs** de produits créatifs ou lifestyle Start-ups & solutions tech pour l’art, le retail ou la beauté (SaaS, IA, NFT, XR) Pros marketing, e-commerce, logistique, achat spécialisés culture & beauté **Fournisseurs** : matières premières, packaging, imprimeurs, ateliers, fablabs Influenceurs, journalistes, blogueurs art & lifestyle Investisseurs sensibles à l’économie créative Étudiants & jeunes diplômés d’écoles d’art, design, mode ou commerce Si vous vous reconnaissez dans l’une de ces lignes (ou plusieurs), cet événement est fait pour vous.

Une soirée jeux de société pour rencontrer de nouvelles personnes ! Venez seul(e), en binôme, ou même à trois ou quatre si vous êtes prêt(e)s à accueillir d'autres personnes à votre table. Prix d'entrée du café-jeux à 10 €, dont une boisson comprise et des jeux à volonté. Pas besoin d'arriver pile à 18h30 pour ceux qui veulent venir en cours de soirée, mais nous ne pouvons garantir les places que jusqu'à 20h, ensuite ça dépendra de l'affluence :)

**Create your proper Cocktail Candle this Summer !** Nothing says summer more than a cocktail, come join us to create a cocktail candle that will light up your mood. **Highlights:** * All materials be provided at the workshop. * Snacks and tea/coffee will be prepared for you. * At the end of the workshop, you can bring your products home. * Many beautiful photos of you during the workshop. **Number of participants:** From 2 to 8 people **Length:** 1 hours 30 minutes **Format:** A public activity If you have any questions, or special requests, please contact us by email: \*\*[contact@kimikocraft.com**](http://contact@kimikocraft.com%2A%2A/) ***THANK YOU AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON IN PARIS!***

Nous relançons une série d'événements qui avait débuté en 2020 avec un grand succès ! Après une pause bien méritée, nous revenons avec des nouveautés pour rendre cette expérience encore plus mémorable et pour des raisons d'organisation, afin de prendre votre participation en compte, veuillez confirmer votre présence au moins 48 heures avant l'événement ✨ Envie de vous détendre dans un cadre enchanteur, entouré de bonnes énergies? Vivez vos rêves tout en partageant des moments inoubliables avec des personnes bienveillantes et engagées 🌌 👉 Vous avez des projets qui vous tiennent à cœur depuis longtemps, mais vous ne savez pas comment les réaliser ? Rejoignez-nous ! 👉 Vous cherchez à élargir votre réseau pour vos projets culturels, intercommunautaires ou sociaux ? Rejoignez-nous ! 👉 Et pourquoi ne pas rencontrer votre futur partenaire idéal(e) (d'affaires ?) Quelqu'un avec qui construire une relation authentique, fondée sur des rêves, des projets et des valeurs communes ? Rejoignez-nous ! En ajoutant que l'un des thèmes de cette soirée portera sur les diverses opportunités entrepreneuriales de demain, en mettant l'accent notamment sur l'intelligence économique et la veille stratégique ainsi que l'IA, mais pas exclusivement. Ce sera un échange et un partage d'idées, bien sûr, car nul n'a la science infuse. \*\*Le lieu ?\*\* Café/restaurant de renommée, qui est la pépinière, dans un cadre paradisiaque et dans une ambiance conviviale et chaleureuse ! \*\*Infos pratiques :\*\* 6 place Saint-Augustin , 75008 Paris Ⓜ️ Métro Saint-Augustin. 💰 Tarif : Participation à l’événement :10 € pour une première consommation sur place) Option repas à partir de : 20 € 📞 Contact : Saidou : 06 80 43 26 38 ✉️ Email : hypnotimeconseilservice@gmail.com Ne manquez rien ! Pour suivre toutes les actualités et nouveautés, restez connectés sur nos pages et nos liens de communication. À bientôt pour une soirée sous le signe des rêves et des étoiles 🌟 Groupe Facebook pour entrepreneuriats https://www.facebook.com/groups/2120429924809744/?ref=share_group_link Page Facebook en lien avec l'entrepreneuriat https://www.facebook.com/lefirmament https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100028020715285 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067700986598 Groupe Watsapp pour entrepreneurs et futurs entrepreneurs https://chat.whatsapp.com/LDaalKuMDTNJ9BqaOkrItQ Groupe Watsapp pour les bons plans voyages et sorties, d'intérêt commun https://chat.whatsapp.com/KxYzoXGSN707c72UotXcvY

Hosted by Google for Developers, the Cloud & AI Train-the-Trainer Roadshow will introduce prospective trainers to Google’s Train-the-Trainer program. Geared for tech community leads in France, the all-day Roadshow event will bring community leads together to learn about Google and Deepmind’s latest Cloud and AI technologies - from Gemini, CLI to Antigravity and set leads up to confidently share their knowledge with their developer communities. The event is strictly by invitation only and space is limited. Humanitarian AI members in Paris who would like to get involved in organizing training events on behalf of the meetup group can register their interest in participating here: [https://forms.gle/QMtBXxdCTBMiix6q7](https://forms.gle/QMtBXxdCTBMiix6q7)

Envie d'une soirée unique à Paris ? Le 13 février 2026, plongez dans l'univers de Célestin pour un concert privé chez l'habitant dans le cadre d’une tournée parisienne. Dans un appartement cosy avec vue sur la Tour Eiffel, ce talentueux chanteur multi-instrumentiste vous embarque pour un voyage musical entre chanson française, acoustique et électronique. Inspiré par Brassens et Stromae, Célestin vous séduira avec ses 'Chansons amouristiques', mêlant poésie et malice. Profitez de cette rencontre intimiste, une occasion rare de découvrir un artiste dans un cadre chaleureux, avec prosecco et petites douceurs. Attention, les places sont limitées à 10 personnes ! 📅 Vendredi 13 février 2026 - 20h 📍 (75) Paris 15 - Chez Ace, hôte sur Hormur (lieu révélé sur le billet de réservation Hormur) 🎟️ À partir de 12 €, seulement 10 places disponibles ! 👉 Découvrez l’artiste et [réservez votre place sur Hormur](https://hormur.com/event/019bebb6-0953-7306-8ac2-1893aa281c3e) ! Découvrez ["Eva" de Célestin sur Youtube](https://youtu.be/WUvt8q_3vsc?si=4_LX01nPQvUK_AK_) Découvrez les autres dates de la tournée sur Meetup et sur Hormur

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The MeltingSpot Team**

**Némo Biennial 2025 is back in Paris and across Île-de-France! 🌟** This major event dedicated to contemporary and digital art explores the connections between the real, the virtual, and the imaginary. Expect immersive installations, audiovisual performances, and unique interactive experiences that push the boundaries of creativity. **What’s on the program?** • Artworks and devices that blur the line between humans and machines 🤖 • Captivating sensory and visual performances 🎭 • Innovative creations from artists, designers, and researchers from around the world 🌍 We will be visiting exhibitions at **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, one of the key venues of this edition. It will be a great moment to share impressions, discuss the artworks, and enjoy an inspiring collective experience together. 💫 More information: [https://www.biennalenemo.fr/](https://www.biennalenemo.fr/) **Want to get more involved?** Become a **co-organizer, event organizer, or assistant organizer** and help plan the outing, suggest ideas, or give a hand so everything runs smoothly. 📩 **How to participate**: Just reply directly to this message on Meetup and let us know your interests or availability. Let’s organize everything together to make this an unforgettable experience! 💫 **Spread the word!** If you have friends or colleagues who might enjoy this kind of cultural outing, invite them to join our Meetup group! The more passionate people we have, the more fun, lively, and inspiring our experiences become. 🎊 See you soon, **The Shake Team**

It's cinema... without a script. Each night, the audience's ideas inspire four brand-new "films," performed live on stage. From epic fantasy to wacky westerns and painfully awkward rom-coms... you suggest it, the actors bring it to life! After every round, the audience votes one story off the reel until only one survives... the blockbuster of the night! Fast, funny, and unpredictable, this improv show turns movie magic into comedy mayhem. The chaos is brought to you by Foreign Exchanged, a motley crew of international improvisers from all over the world — India, the US, Russia, Colombia, Lebanon, Moldova, France and beyond — making their way through Paris, one English faux pas at a time. Come for the accents, stay for the laughter. https://www.billetreduc.com/spectacle/spectacle-d-improvisation-en-anglais-381367

**L’événement en bref** Une visite immersive pour faire des rencontres naturellement, dans un cadre culturel et apaisant. \- Expérience artistique immersive au musée \- Groupe à taille humaine \- Echanges simples\, sans animation imposée ni pression **Détail de l’événement** Nous nous retrouvons au musée Atelier des Lumières à Paris 11ᵉ pour découvrir l’exposition immersive du moment : Voyage fascinant au temps des dinosaures. À l’arrivée, le groupe se rassemble à un point précis partagé quelques jours avant l'événement. Une fois à l’intérieur, chacun découvre l’exposition, en échangeant librement avec les autres participants. Il n’y a aucun jeu, aucun tour de parole, ni activité forcée : la visite sert de support naturel aux discussions. Les billets d’entrée au musée sont à régler en ligne par les participants (tarif réduit à partir de 20 €, sinon 22 €). Une fois le nombre de participants suffisant atteint, un email sera envoyé avec les instructions pour acheter son billet et confirmer sa présence. **À qui s’adresse cet événement ?** Cette visite s’adresse aux célibataires parisiens qui souhaitent vivre une expérience immersive tout en rencontrant de nouvelles personnes, sans pression ni attentes figées. La tranche d’âge indiquée est donnée à titre indicatif et n’est pas restrictive. Il n’y a aucun profil type attendu : l’essentiel est d’avoir envie d’échanger dans un cadre humain et détendu. Ce que disent les participants à la Visite immersive entre célibataires “Le cadre aide vraiment à lancer la discussion, tout se fait naturellement.” — Claire, 29 ans “Pas de malaise, pas de forcing. On visite et on parle comme dans la vraie vie.” — Thomas, 33 ans “Un magnifique endroit, poétique et immersif !” — Élodie, 27 ans **Le concept Rendez-Do** Rendez-Do propose des rencontres sociales à Paris, comme alternative humaine aux applications de rencontre. Ici, les échanges se font en vrai, autour d’expériences simples et accessibles. **Réserve ta place** Réserve ta place sur notre site en suivant ce lien : [RDV immersif entre célibataires Paris – Atelier des Lumières](https://www.rendezdo.com/rdv-immersif-entre-c%C3%A9libataires-paris?referral=service_list_widget) Seules les places réservées via notre site sont comptabilisées ! L'adresse précise est partagée quelques jours avant l'événement :)

La **Biennale Némo 2025** est de retour à Paris et en Île-de-France ! 🌟 Ce grand rendez-vous de l’art contemporain et numérique explore les liens entre le réel, le virtuel et l’imaginaire à travers des **installations immersives**, des **performances audiovisuelles** et des **expériences interactives** inédites. Au programme : * Œuvres et dispositifs qui brouillent la frontière entre humain et machine 🤖 * Performances sensorielles et visuelles captivantes 🎭 * Créations d’artistes, designers et chercheurs venus du monde entier 🌍 Nous irons ensemble découvrir les expositions du **CENTQUATRE-PARIS**, l’un des lieux phares de cette édition. Ce sera l’occasion de **partager nos impressions**, **échanger autour des œuvres** et **vivre une expérience collective et inspirante**. 💫 Et si vous souhaitez aller plus loin, pourquoi ne pas participer à l’organisation ? 👉 En devenant **co-organisateur·rice**, **event organizer** ou **assistant·e organizer**, vous pouvez aider à planifier la sortie, proposer des idées ou donner un petit coup de main pour que tout roule.

#### Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster #### **Featuring Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** #### A lot of people get into real estate because they want freedom. Then they buy a rental…and realize most of the rent goes straight to the bank. They technically own property, but the mortgage controls the income. And waiting 30 years for properties to be paid off doesn’t feel realistic. This meetup is about understanding a different way to think about rental properties… one that focuses on paying them off sooner so the income is actually usable. **Featured Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** We’re excited to welcome John Blackburn as our guest speaker for this event. John has been actively investing in real estate since 2006 and has: * Been involved in **5,000+ real estate transactions** * Helped investors **acquire over $150 million in rental property** * **Raised more than $100 million** in private capital John didn’t start with family money or shortcuts. He built his portfolio by focusing on clear systems, real numbers, and long-term strategy. For this meetup, John will walk through how investors shift their focus from simply owning rentals to building properties that eventually pay them…without a mortgage attached. **What You’ll Learn** John will break down, in simple terms: * Why most rental properties don’t produce much usable income early on * Why buying more rentals isn’t always the answer * How investors structure their properties to pay off mortgages in a fraction of the time * How properties can work together to eliminate debt faster * What changes once rentals become free and clear This approach is often referred to as an accelerated paydown strategy — using rental income intentionally to reduce debt sooner, rather than waiting decades for mortgages to run their course. John will also share a simple calculator you can use to see how this works with real numbers and realistic scenarios. **The Core Idea** When a rental has a mortgage, the rent has one job: **pay the bank.** When a rental is paid off, the rent has a different job: **pay you.** Most people only see one timeline…30 years. This session shows how investors shorten that timeline and gradually increase their income as properties become free and clear. **Who This Event Is For** This event is for people who want more than just “owning rentals” on paper. * Rental owners who are tired of most of the rent going to the bank and want a clearer path to real, usable income * New investors who want to understand how rental properties actually build wealth over time before jumping in * People with capital who want to invest in real estate with intention and a long-term plan * Anyone serious about freedom and curious how rental properties transition from debt-heavy assets into income-producing ones **Event Details** **Location:** Ohio Brewing Company - 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 **Date & Time:** January 25th, 6–8 PM (Doors open at 5:30) **Cost:** Free (Seats are limited - RSVP required) **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** If you’ve ever wondered how rental properties actually turn into freedom —this is the room to be in.

The topic for February is "Transitions" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

**When:** Saturday\, February 21 \| 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM **Where:** [1124 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206](https://twodollarradiohq.com/about-us) Looking for a night of meaningful connection and great vegan food? Join us at [Two Dollar Radio Headquarters](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgFEAI) for a special community gathering! **What’s on the menu?** While [2$R](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgGEAI) typically serves a selection of [house-made sandwiches](https://twodollarradiohq.com/weekly-food) and vegan pastries, they are creating a **special menu** specifically for our event. You can also grab a coffee, tea, or a drink from their [full bar](https://twodollarradiohq.com/) of cocktails and beer. **The Main Event:** * **Play:** Bring a favorite game from home to share or dive into the ones available at the shop. * **Connect:** Meet new and old friends in a space that values independent culture and plant-based living. * **Support:** Help us champion a local, family-owned vegan business that doubles as a powerhouse [indie book publisher](https://twodollarradio.com/pages/headquarters). **Parking Instructions:** * **Street Parking:** There is free public street parking available on both sides of Parsons Avenue and on the surrounding residential side streets. * **Lot Parking:** The [Columbus Metropolitan Library](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/126262ks5&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgKEAM) lot (1113 Parsons Ave) is located directly across the street and is available for guest use **only after the library has closed**. On Saturdays, the lot is typically available starting at 6:00 PM. * **Bike Parking:** For those cycling, there is a bike rack conveniently located at the corner of Cline and Parsons.